Maybe explain why you need to buy very expensive tools and everything else is garbage?
Just about every contractor around here (USA based) is using Milwaukee, Dewalt or Makita. These folks make a living with their tools and don't have patience for junk. Even lower tier brands like Ryobi are more than capable for home use. I got a lot done around the house with a basic Hitachi drill and corded Skil saw before treating myself to some fancier stuff.
I've run into a few contractors who have Ryobi as well, and are fine with them. They're sufficient for a lot of tasks, and most contractors end up with multiples of any tool anyway. One actually said "I may go through two Ryobi tools while you go through one, but it's still cheaper, and I worry less about losing or wrecking it."
I've yet to meet a contractor who's brand loyal to the point of only using that brand. Most have two or three brands they tend to go to.
anthomtb|2 years ago
Just about every contractor around here (USA based) is using Milwaukee, Dewalt or Makita. These folks make a living with their tools and don't have patience for junk. Even lower tier brands like Ryobi are more than capable for home use. I got a lot done around the house with a basic Hitachi drill and corded Skil saw before treating myself to some fancier stuff.
fatbird|2 years ago
I've yet to meet a contractor who's brand loyal to the point of only using that brand. Most have two or three brands they tend to go to.
freemanofthewan|2 years ago